1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1965 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Abarth 750 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1965 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Publica (55 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1965 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1965 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Publica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 55 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |